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Newspaper
Brownfield News
Location
Brownfield, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 2007
Page
1
Terry County Commissioners reversed a recent decision and allow bottle rockets and other flying fireworks for the Independence Day celebration. Judge Earl Brown Jr indicated a future determination for Christmas. Texas bans all bottled fireworks starting January 1, 2008.
Brownfield residents Bob and Nancy Sparks are selected Chuckwagon of the Year by the Academy of Western Artists. The 12th Will Rogers Cowboy Awards will present their honor August 7, 2007 at Granville Theater Garland Texas. The couple’s career spans multiple states and three Food Network appearances.
A columnist argues about political apathy in Texas. It notes Gov. Perry won with less than 20 percent of registered voters, and critiques a system dominated by donors and lobbyists. The piece laments diminished citizen influence and rising elite control in state government.
A critical view of lawmakers as public servants in Texas and nationally. The piece laments evasive politics, calls earmarks a racket, notes party shifts, and accuses both Republicans and Democrats of con games. It cites pork barrel spending and late bill rewrites as ongoing issues.
Brownfield escaped major winds Tuesday with only high gusts, yet power crews stayed busy into Wednesday and Thursday. Lyntegar Electric replaced poles while city crews worked to restore circuits and clear downed limbs. Rain totals reached .77 inches in the city with 15.78 inches year to date through June 29, 2007.
The Lost Draw Landowners Association in Eastern Terry County warns residents and travelers to avoid the Lost Draw area without permission. Signs mark No Trespassing as authorities note fines from $500 to $4,000 and jail time for violations while LDLA cooperates with law enforcement to prevent dumping, poaching, cattle rustling, and fires.
The advertising and news item deadline for Wednesdays Brownfield News edition is noon Monday July 2. The edition will go to press on Tuesday. The News office will be closed Wednesday for Independence Day. A special section honors Terry County residents now serving in the military.
Brownfield hosts the 38th Firecracker Run in Coleman Park with three races including children’s one mile and adult 3 and 10 mile events. Online registration ends July 2 at noon. in person on race day costs 15 dollars for all adults.
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